impending purchase

[funbobby]

am thinkin of gettin griff in the summer wos wondering when power steering wos introduced(girlfriend will be drivin as well!!) and which engine types people prefer? apart from usual probs to look for like on my s2 is there other things griffs are prone to? thanks in advance

[Ballistic Banana]

The First thing i would advise is to buy Steve Heaths 'The TVR Griffith and Chimaera'.
This has got a huge bit on buying a griffith, you may have the one for the 'S' series so you know what kind of Info is given.

Also do a search in this Forum as this has been asked a few times and take notes of all the info have put about what to look for as this will give you idea of what to look for.

As for PAS i think all 4.0/4.3ltr didn't have it and 500's it was optional but i think most have it.

BB

[Guillotine]

specs a personal preference, you have experienced TVR build, but...
check the bible, and look for what you want!
no point in spending extra on an up-rated track car...if you ain't gonna track it!
guide in "CLASSIC CAR" was good this month...loads of info.

watch out for:-
electrics
water damage
tappy engine (noises generally)
front wishbones (peeling powder coat / Rust!)
chassis (above now starting on early cars)
good tyres (can be expensive)
delaminating windscreens (milky white)
FULL TVR/SPECIALIST S/History


front respray is only £500-00... use for bargaining.
panels aint cheap! so no crazing.
get borg warner gearbox (reverse below 6th).
GET 500!

low mileage can be a problem...sat in the garage for YEARS!!
3-4Kpa is normal mileage on a griff

DRIVE SEVERAL!
YOU WILL PROBABLY LOVE THE FIRST ONE YOU DRIVE...THERE MAY BE BETTER ROUND THE CORNER.

as a note, I searched nationally for a blue 500 with pre serp engine and borg warner gearbox. full leather, PAS and A/C. after six months i found one at the right price 30 miles away!!! all a matter of timing!

good luck
have fun looking
andy
94 griff 500

[Arthur Dent]

i got my griff this summer and agree that you should drive a few before buying. i had a few small teething troubles initially but since then car has been great. i would recommend anyone to buy one.